Witness the raw, emotional moment that has all of Hollywood talking. Dwayne Johnson sobs uncontrollably after receiving a historic 15-minute standing ovation for his new A24 movie, 'The Smashing Machine', at the prestigious Venice Film Festival. This is The Rock as you've never seen him before. In this video, we break down the powerful footage from 'The Smashing Machine' premiere where the audience's overwhelming reaction brought the superstar to tears. See the full Dwayne Johnson standing ovation and analyze why this performance is being called a career-defining dramatic role for the actor. This isn't just another action film; this is the Mark Kerr movie, a gritty MMA movie and Dwayne Johnson biopic directed by Benny Safdie. We'll cover the initial 'The Smashing Machine' reaction and discuss why everyone is buzzing about this potential awards contender from The Rock A24 collaboration. If you're a fan of Dwayne Johnson or just love incredible movie moments, this is a must-watch. This is the celebrity news and movie premiere news everyone is searching for! What do you think of this emotional moment? Are you excited to see The Rock new movie? Let us know in the comments below! š SUBSCRIBE for the latest movie news and celebrity updates! š LIKE this video if you're excited for 'The Smashing Machine'! #DwayneJohnson #TheRock #TheSmashingMachine #VeniceFilmFestival #TheRockCrying #MoviePremiere #A24 #BennySafdie #MovieNews #CelebrityNews #StandingOvation #DwayneJohnsonEmotional
00:00Dwayne The Rock Johnson, you know, the guy who's all muscles, action hero, seems totally unbreakable.
00:06Imagine him actually weeping in front of everyone in this huge film festival.
00:12He's getting this massive 15-minute standing ovation, and his co-stars are literally right there, like, comforting him.
00:18What on earth could make him, of all people, show that kind of raw emotion?
00:23If you've ever scrolled past those glamour shots and wondered, you know, what really goes on,
00:26what actually matters behind the perfect smiles, then, yeah, this deep dive is definitely for you.
00:30We're giving you the inside track, the shortcut to understanding the key takeaways and why these moments actually count.
00:37And speaking of moments that count, we have to start with Dwayne Johnson.
00:39I mean, the way our sources describe it from Venice, it sounds just intense, apparently sobbing,
00:45breaking down in tears during that huge 15-minute standing ovation.
00:49You can almost feel it, right?
00:50Yeah.
00:50And his friend, Emily Blunt, his co-star, she was right there giving him that loving support.
00:56It's just such a, well, an unexpected picture.
00:59It really is a potentially huge moment for how people see him.
01:03And what's really interesting, I think, is why this wasn't for some big action flick, was it?
01:07No, exactly.
01:08This was for The Smashing Machine.
01:09It's a new biopic, and it sounds like it digs into some heavy stuff.
01:13It's about the complicated life of real-life pro-fighter Mark Kerr.
01:19Right.
01:19Described as a pretty dark brooding story.
01:22It apparently asks this really tough question.
01:24Am I going to hurt him before he hurts me?
01:27So Johnson's reaction, that raw emotion, it suggests he went deep for this role.
01:33Really deep.
01:34Something different.
01:34In the crowd.
01:35They were totally into it.
01:36Not just polite clapping.
01:37Sources say they were on their feet the whole time.
01:40And get this.
01:40While he's emotional, someone in the audience actually yells out the Rock's old WWE catchphrase.
01:46Can you believe it?
01:46It kind of shows that connection he still has, even when he's showing this completely different vulnerable side.
01:53But what does a reception like that mean, career-wise?
01:56Well, it's definitely doing more than just making headlines.
01:59It's kicking up some serious industry talk.
02:02Clayton Davis, over at Variety, their chief awards editor, he's already mentioning Oscar buzz.
02:06Really?
02:07For best actor.
02:08Specifically for best actor, yeah.
02:09And think about the context here.
02:11This is a guy whose movies have made, what is it, 15 billion dollars.
02:16Yes, the accurate numbers.
02:18Absolutely.
02:19So for him, an action megastar, to be getting serious talk for a top acting award, that challenges a lot of assumptions.
02:27It challenges that typecasting, you know?
02:30It suggests maybe the industry is ready to see dramatic range from actors they thought they had figured out.
02:35It's looking past the brand, maybe, to the actual performer.
02:38That's such a good point about typecasting, but what really grabs me, and Emily Blunt mentioned this, too, is just how total the transformation was.
02:45She gave this amazing quote about it.
02:47She said, seeing him disappear into the role was, like, spooky.
02:51Spooky, yeah.
02:52And she said, I remember when he walked in as Mark for the first time, like, changed the air in the room.
02:57It was like, everyone parted, everyone went very quiet.
03:00I mean, how often does that happen?
03:02Right.
03:02Especially for someone with such a huge established persona.
03:05It's incredibly rare.
03:06That's the difference, isn't it, between just good acting and something truly transformative.
03:12An actor like Johnson, who is so defined by his, well, his physical presence and that specific rock persona, to shed that completely to the point where it's spooky and literally changes the energy in a room, that shows serious artistic dedication.
03:26It's not just, oh, the action star is trying drama.
03:29This sounds like total immersion.
03:31And it's clearly resonating.
03:32It could genuinely signal a whole new phase for his career, redefining what serious acting can look like from unexpected places.
03:39Maybe a strategic move, even, to build a different kind of legacy.
03:43Absolutely.
03:43A potential game changer for him.
03:44But, you know, while everyone was talking about the rock's vulnerability, Venice was still Venice, right?
03:50That whole glam slam thing.
03:52There were other stars having big moments, too, moments that also got people talking, like Julia Roberts, her new movie, After the Hunt, got plenty of attention.
04:00And, yeah, she looked incredible on the red carpet.
04:02That atelier Versace dress, classic Julia, that movie Star Magic.
04:07But then she shared this other picture, a photo from their water taxi leaving Italy, heels off, looking totally exhausted, cuddled up with her husband, Danny Mortar.
04:18I saw that.
04:19It's such a contrast to the Versace glamour, isn't it?
04:22What do you think about her sharing that specific moment?
04:24Well, I don't think it's just a random candid shot.
04:26It feels quite potent, actually, maybe even a bit strategic in today's world where authenticity is so valued.
04:33By showing that exhaustion, the reality behind the perfection, Roberts kind of bridges that gap, you know?
04:39Makes her more relatable.
04:40Exactly.
04:41It makes her iconic status feel less distant, more human.
04:45It's like a quiet reminder that even superstars feel the pressure.
04:49It lets people connect on a different level.
04:51It's almost like a controlled vulnerability.
04:53Very smart in an age where audiences want that genuine feeling from stars.
04:58That's a really interesting take on managing that image.
05:01Yeah.
05:02Okay.
05:02And sticking with relatable moments, Amanda Seyfried had a fantastic festival, too.
05:07Her film, The Testament of Anne Lee, sounds like it's got major potential.
05:11People are saying it has Oscar written all over it.
05:13Another one with buzz.
05:14Yeah.
05:14And it also got a 15-minute standing ovation.
05:17Wow.
05:17Another one.
05:18Right.
05:19But then there was this other fun moment with her.
05:20Apparently, she saw Julia Roberts wearing this great outfit, navy blazer, jeans, striped shirt, cool Versace belt.
05:29And Amanda loved it so much, she borrowed it and then posted on Instagram, like, thanks for sharing Julia Roberts.
05:34Yeah.
05:35That's brilliant.
05:36Isn't it great?
05:37Yeah.
05:37So you've got this serious artistic achievement on one hand and then this playful, almost fangirl moment on the other.
05:43What does that tell us?
05:44It really shows the juggling act, doesn't it?
05:46The sort of multi-layered performance needed from celebrities today.
05:50So Seyfried is getting huge professional validation, standing ovation, Oscar talks, showcasing her acting chops.
05:56Right.
05:57But at the same time, she's engaging in this completely charming, very human, very relatable interaction about fashion with another huge star.
06:05It does make you wonder, how do they balance the serious performance of their work with the perceived authenticity of their personal brand, especially under that kind of spotlight?
06:15Yeah.
06:16It suggests that even in these high-pressure environments, there's room for genuine connection, for fun.
06:21And maybe these moments aren't separate things.
06:23Maybe they're both part of staying relevant now, blending the aspirational with the accessible.
06:28It keeps audiences invested.
06:30And we shouldn't forget that other little moment our sources mention, Amanda's co-star, Lewis Pullman, and his girlfriend, Kaya Gerber.
06:36Hmm.
06:37They apparently had their first Venice red carpet moment together, sealed with a kiss.
06:42Ah, young Hollywood romance.
06:44Exactly.
06:45It just adds another thread, you know?
06:47Public affection, borrowed clothes, quiet moments of exhaustion.
06:52It's all part of the story of the festival.
06:54It absolutely is.
06:55When you step back and look at all these pieces, Dwayne Johnson's raw emotion and potential Oscar run, Julia Roberts's mix of high fashion and relatable tiredness, Amanda Seyfried's professional triumph alongside that fun fashion moment, the red carpet kiss.
07:10These aren't just random celebrity tidbits.
07:12They weave together to create the whole experience of a major film festival.
07:15Right.
07:16It's not just about the movies or the awards.
07:18It's this blend of the professional highs, the personal moments, the vulnerability, the friendships.
07:24That's what makes it all so compelling.
07:25It shows the real human stories happening inside that intense, glamorous bubble.
07:31That mix of high art and, well, high drama on and off screen is what makes Venice and festivals like it really matter culturally.
07:39Well, that was quite the deep dive, wasn't it?
07:41We've really walked through the Venice Film Festival highlights.
07:44We saw Dwayne Johnson's incredible vulnerability sparking that serious Oscar talk that can reshape his whole career narrative.
07:51Then Julia Roberts mastering both iconic glamour and that strategically relatable exhausted-in-the-water-taxi moment.
07:59Yeah, that contrast.
08:00And Amanda Seyfried scoring big with her film and giving us that charming human fashion exchange.
08:05Real craft meets real personality.
08:07And like we discussed, these aren't just isolated events, are they?
08:10They really show how complex the whole film world and celebrity culture is.
08:14It's where deep emotional acting bumps up against haute couture, where real human moments suddenly break through all the glitz.
08:21And where stars are constantly walking that tightrope between their public image and who they might actually be.
08:26So as we wrap up thinking about Venice and the tears, the ovations, the borrowed blazers, the kisses,
08:31what do these standout moments really tell us about what makes a star today in the 21st century?
08:36Is it more about showing that raw, unedited honesty?
08:40Or is it the ability to completely vanish into a role?
08:43Or maybe it's about how they handle the spotlight, mixing that perfect glamour with something grounded and real.
08:49What do you think really grabs an audience now?
08:51What earns that standing ovation in today's world?
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